HEVI-Shot’s HEVI-Steel ammunition was designed to offer an affordable, non-toxic shotshell for the hunters who go out every day of the season, but still demand quality ammunition.  Hevi-Steel still offers the Waterproof crimp hunters have come to expect from all Hevi-Shot products, but the pellets are formed of non-corrosive steel instead of the proprietary tungsten blend in order to keep cost down.

Beginning in 1996 as a small group of sportsmen discussing the future of shotgunning, Kent Cartridge is now an international cartridge company. In 1997, Kent purchased the Activ Cartridge factory in Kearneysville, West Virginia. This gave Kent a home base in the heart of wild and wonderful West Virginia. In 1998 Kent expanded to Europe with the acquisition of the Gamebore Cartridge Company in Hull, England. The Kent-Gamebore Corporation was then formed and now carries on business throughout North America and around the world. The goal was simple, develop a non-toxic shotshell that would equal, and possibly exceed, the performance of high quality lead waterfowl loads. Constantly evolving and leading with proven performance and innovation, Kent products continue to set the benchmark.

Consistent patterning, balanced shot string, less recoil, superior penetration and retained energy. It all adds up to how your day ends. Kent waterfowl products are proven performers day in and day out. Tungsten Matrix is the only non-toxic shotshell pellet that is specifically designed to match the physical and ballistic properties of premium quality lead shot. Unlike other non-toxic alternatives, Tungsten Matrix is uniform in size and density, and responds to all choke constrictions. Tungsten Matrix is not limited like steel and other non-toxics because of its malleable, lead-like properties. This also means Tungsten Matrix is safe for use in older nitro-proofed or high grade fixed choke barrels.

At 1700 feet per second, HyperSonic waterfowl ammunition is becoming more and more popular among waterfowl shooters because of its top speed and unique Xelerator wad. Featuring a unique ignition chamber, the Xelerator wad allows for higher velocities while maintaining a safe pressure. In two different stages, the primer ignites a small powder charge then its primary powder charge to release the non-toxic steel pellets. Travelling at a high velocity, these pellets increase your chances of hitting your target the first time.

At 1700 feet per second, HyperSonic waterfowl ammunition is becoming more and more popular among waterfowl shooters because of its top speed and unique Xelerator wad. Featuring a unique ignition chamber, the Xelerator wad allows for higher velocities while maintaining a safe pressure. In two different stages, the primer ignites a small powder charge then its primary powder charge to release the non-toxic steel pellets. Travelling at a high velocity, these pellets increase your chances of hitting your target the first time.

Federal Premium Meateater Bismuth Ammunition brings back the performance of lead—without the heavy metal. With high-quality 9.6 g/cc density bismuth pellets, Federal Premium Bismuth payloads pattern and hit birds like traditional lead, providing more killing power at longer ranges. The material is also softer than tungsten and steel, allowing use in older shotguns as well as modern guns. The loads’ FLITECONTROL FLEX wad tightens patterns and increases lethality over comparable steel loads. It’s all why Federal Premium Bismuth is the official waterfowl and upland ammunition of MeatEater Steven Rinella.

Features

• Premium payloads of high-quality bismuth shot
• FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for dense, consistent patterns
• Lead-free Catalyst primer
• Meets non-toxic requirements
• Pellets are almost as dense as lead, 9.6 g/cc, for lethality at longer ranges than steel payloads
• More affordable than tungsten
• Bismuth is safe and effective for use in all shotguns

Federal Premium Meateater Bismuth Ammunition brings back the performance of lead—without the heavy metal. With high-quality 9.6 g/cc density bismuth pellets, Federal Premium Bismuth payloads pattern and hit birds like traditional lead, providing more killing power at longer ranges. The material is also softer than tungsten and steel, allowing use in older shotguns as well as modern guns. The loads’ FLITECONTROL FLEX wad tightens patterns and increases lethality over comparable steel loads. It’s all why Federal Premium Bismuth is the official waterfowl and upland ammunition of MeatEater Steven Rinella.

Features

• Premium payloads of high-quality bismuth shot
• FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for dense, consistent patterns
• Lead-free Catalyst primer
• Meets non-toxic requirements
• Pellets are almost as dense as lead, 9.6 g/cc, for lethality at longer ranges than steel payloads
• More affordable than tungsten
• Bismuth is safe and effective for use in all shotguns

Winchester Bismuth Ammunition shatters performance expectations with a premium, uniform shot, which is tin-plated to produce the smoothest, roundest bismuth shot in the industry. To ensure the shot stays uniform and round, Winchester adds a buffering compound that fills voids within the shotshell and cushions the shot upon ignition.

At 40 yards, Winchester Bismuth puts an impressive 90% of the pattern on the target while the two closest competitors demonstrate 66% and 54%. Hunters can also use any choke with Winchester Bismuth for optimum pattern performance. Another important component of Winchester Bismuth is the Winchester Drylok® Wad System and primer system for those days that are not bluebird but when the birds are flying all the same. The proprietary Drylok Wad System keeps powder dry for consistent and dependable ignition despite damp waterfowl conditions.

Bismuth shot has gained popularity among die-hard waterfowlers because it is denser than steel, allowing for smaller shot sizes to be used and more pellets within a pattern. It is also less likely to damage older shotguns and performs better than steel through a variety of chokes.

Features

• Premium Bismuth Shot; tin plated, smoothest and roundest in the industry
• Buffered payload puts more pellets on target for 60-yard performance
• Water Resistant- Lacquered primer and double seal wad keep out water

When you’re waking up at zero-dark-thirty and heading out in the chilly morning fog of opening day, you want to give yourself every opportunity for success. You want a shell that delivers maximum force at a price that doesn’t force you to take out a second mortgage. HEVI-Bismuth Waterfowl shells utilize bismuth, which is 22% denser than steel, to deliver more downrange lethality at an affordable price. And, it’s safe for older fixed choke and fine classic doubles shotguns.